Our special 1/2 price tooth whitening on a Friday ends on Christmas eve. Don't miss this incredible offer and book your appointment today! Tooth whitening is the most common cosmetic dental procedure and is completely non invasive. The results are effective and will provide a brighter, fresher smile which you will want to show off. We always take photographs before and after tooth whitening to show you the difference. We have many examples available to show you how effective our systems are. 

Before embaking on a course of tooth whitening, it is important to have a dental hygiene session to remove all plaque, calculus and staining. These substances will inhibit the whitening gel from working. We have invested in a very special jet air polishing device which is guaranteed to remove all stains. This alone will make you teeth look whiter. 

Below is an example of tooth whitening achieved with a take home kit:
 

We are very pleased to announce that our website has been shortlisted for the best new website award by Dentistry magazine. The site has taken a great deal of hard work and time, thus we are delighted with this nomination.

This also means that we have been shortlisted for two awards this year, the other being Best Young Dentist in London for Dr Nissit Patel. We believe our site is unique in the content and description of treatment and we are proud that all of the case photographs were taken by and treated by our Principal dentist, Dr Nissit Patel.

We aim to improve our site in 2011 with further links in the Patient area and the addition of new and exciting treatments, so watch this space!

Dr Nissit Patel, our Principal dentist and Prosthodontist, has been shortlisted in the last two for the Best Young Dentist category by Dentistry magazine. 

This is an award for dentists under the age of 35 years, who have shown an exceptional dedication to their profession demonstrating outstanding clinical skills, patient management, team leadership and continuing further education. 

Dr Patel says: "This is a great honour not only for me but for the entire team here at Progressive Dentistry. We have worked extremely hard over the past year to develop our first rate practice, which is dedicated to excellence and outstanding patient care. We aim to continue to improve the practice in the future ensuring we are one of the premier dental practices in London for general and cosmetic dentistry."

We are proud to announce the introduction of jet air polishing to remove those stubborn stains and achieve a fantastic polish. This is a service that we will provide as standard on a hygiene session, there are no added fees. Stubborn stains are often caused by smoking, coffee, tea and red wine. These stains cannot be removed by regular tooth brushing alone. Jenny, our hygienist, will now be able to remove these stains fully to achieve a brighter, whiter smile with a completely non invasive approach. 

Please call us to book your hygiene appointment and get your teeth sparkly white for Christmas!

We strongly believe that non or minimally invasive dentistry is best. Modern techniques and materials mean that we no longer have to be destructive to natural tooth to create stunning results. 

For example, please view the photos below:
 

Following on from our previous blog about hidden sugars, let's delve into some practical steps you can take to avoid tooth decay.
 

Sugar Savvy:
 

• Limit sugary treats: This one might seem obvious, but it's the cornerstone of preventing cavities. If you have a sweet tooth, focus on indulging in sugary foods and drinks only during mealtimes. This minimizes the amount of time your teeth are exposed to sugar throughout the day.
• Ditch the between-meal snacks: Sugary snacks are a double whammy for your teeth. Not only are they high in sugar, but the frequent snacking exposes your teeth to acid for longer periods. Opt for healthier alternatives like fruits, vegetables, or sugar-free yogurt.
• Neutralize with sugar-free gum: Chewing sugar-free gum after meals or sugary drinks can be a great way to increase saliva flow. Saliva helps wash away food particles and neutralize harmful acids in your mouth, protecting your teeth from decay.

Stay tuned!

We'll be continuing our series on dental prevention with future articles offering more handy tips to keep your smile healthy and bright.

One of the main causes of tooth decay is sugar in the diet. Not only is the amount of sugar a critical factor but also the frequency of consumption. However, some foods which you may think to be safe and sugar free contain surprisingly high amounts of sugar.

For example, did you know that a good dollop of tomato ketchup contains 1 teaspoon of sugar. The same is also for brown sauce. Half a tin of baked beans contains 2 teaspoons full of sugar. The list goes on. It is worthwhile looking on the labels of all foods to check the amount of sugar. Make sure to look for glucose, sucrose, lactose, fructose as these are all sugars.

If you would like a list of the amount of sugar in everyday foods, please ask us and we will send you a copy. There are tips and techniques to neutralise the effect that sugar has on teeth and gums. We will discuss these in upcoming articles.

We are very proud of our reputation as one of London's leading progressive dental clinics. Please view the testimonial section to view some of the kind words that our patients have to say about us. Some of our patients have followed Dr Nissit Patel all over London and the UK. We really appreciate the word of mouth referrals and as a thank you we run a referral scheme, so that if you refer a friend, family member or colleague we reward you and your friend with a gift. The more referrals you make the greater the reward! This includes stunning sterling silver jewellery from JOCALE, exclusive to Progressive Dentistry.

Dental crowns are often an excellent way of restoring badly broken down teeth. However, for teeth that have failing fillings or have part fractured then adhesive dentistry is often the answer. With minimally invasive techniques and the latest technologies, we are able to restore teeth with inlays and onlays. These are made from gold or ceramic (porcelain) and only replaces the damaged part of the tooth. Crowns are destructive and involve stripping the tooth of precious enamel. Inlays and onlays adhesively bonded to teeth are far less destructive and provide a long lasting alternative to crowns. Porcelain is also a highly aesthetic and indistinguishable from natural tooth, an added bonus!